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Ain erber man von Lanshuet ..., by Master of the Miracles of Mariazell, ink, 1503

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Overview

Ain erber man von Lanshuet ... is a 1503 ink by Master of the Miracles of Mariazell, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

When & what style?
1503 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This woodcut image features a man kneeling in prayer, gazing up at a painting of the Virgin Mary and child. The man is dressed in a long robe and has his hands clasped together in devotion. The painting of the Virgin Mary and child is framed and hangs on a wall, with a small candle burning in front of it. The scene is set in a room with a checkered floor and a window on the left side, through which a landscape can be seen. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of quiet contemplation and reverence. The use of woodcut as a medium adds a sense of texture and depth to the image, and the artist's attention to detail is evident in the intricate lines and shading. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Renaissance movement.

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